Pavillons de Bercy, Entertainment museum in Bercy, Paris, France
Pavillons de Bercy is a museum in former wine warehouses that displays mechanical games, carousels, and fairground attractions from the 19th and 20th centuries. The collection fills multiple rooms organized by theme, recreating the look and layout of historical entertainment venues.
An antiques dealer founded this venue in 1996, transforming Bercy's former wine storage buildings into exhibition spaces for fairground equipment. This repurposing saved the structures and converted them into a cultural destination in a district once devoted entirely to commerce.
The place celebrates the joy of entertainment from past eras with authentic games and carousels that visitors can actually use themselves. You experience fairground traditions not just by watching, but by participating in these historical amusements.
Visits are only possible with advance online reservations, as tours take place in smaller groups. Plan to spend about ninety minutes exploring, and wear comfortable shoes since you will walk through multiple rooms and interact with some equipment.
The museum is guided by actors who take on the roles of fairground operators from earlier times. This living presentation brings the history to life and makes the visit an experience that goes beyond simply looking at objects.
Location: 12th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1996
Official opening: 1996
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Phone: +33143401622
Email: diane@pavillons-de-bercy.com
Website: http://pavillons-de-bercy.com
GPS coordinates: 48.83277,2.38934
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02
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